| Brand | TP-Link |
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| Product Dimensions | 7.87 x 12.19 x 2.03 cm; 59.99 g |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Item model number | TL-WN881ND(EU) |
| Manufacturer | TP-Link |
| Series | TL-WN881ND (UE) |
| Colour | Multicolour |
| Form Factor | Network card and adaptors |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Memory Clock Speed | 1 |
| Graphics Card Interface | Integrated |
| Connectivity Type | Wireless |
| Wireless Type | 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n |
| Voltage | 220 |
| Wattage | 3600 |
| Power Source | AC/DC |
| Hardware Platform | PC / Mac |
| Operating System | Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux 2.6.24~4.1 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 2 Milliampere Hour (mAh) |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries packed with equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 2 g |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 5 |
| Number of Lithium Metal Cells | 5 |
| Item Weight | 59.9 g |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
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TP-Link TL-WN881ND 300 Mbps Wireless N PCIe WiFi Adapter for PC, PCIe WiFi Card for Desktop, Low-Profile Bracket Included, Supports Windows 10-8.1-8-7-XP (32-64 bit) - Linux 2.6.24-4.1
| Brand | TP-Link |
| Hardware interface | Ethernet |
| Colour | Multicolour |
| Compatible devices | Desktop |
| Product dimensions | 7.9L x 12.2W x 2H centimetres |
| Data link protocol | IEEE 802.11n |
| Data transfer rate | 300 Megabits Per Second |
| Item weight | 2.12 Ounces |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05053460945102, 06935364050597 |
About this item
- Wireless N speed up to 300Mbps makes it ideal for video streaming, online gaming and Internet calls
- MIMO technology with stronger signal penetration strength, wider wireless coverage, providing better performance and stability
- Easily setup a highly secured wireless link with WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
- Includes a low profile bracket
- Supports Windows 7/8/8.1/10 and Linux 2.6.24~4.1
- Operating Temperature 0 Degrees Celsius to 40 Degrees Celsius ( 32 Degrees Fahrenheit to 104 Degrees Fahrenheit)
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Steady Wi-Fi ensure Daily Entertainment
Wireless PCI Express Adapter TL-WN881ND allows you to connect a desktop computer to a wireless network and access high-speed Internet connection. It provides wireless speed up to 300Mbps, which is beneficial for the online gaming or even HD video streaming.
Great Flexibility with Detachable Antenna
TL-WN881ND has two detachable antennas that can be rotated and adjusted in different directions to fit various operation environment. And also, the antennas can be replaced with diverse indoor antennas or directional antennas to show wider wireless coverage.
Easy Setup
A friendly user interface Utility on a CD for simple installation.
Advanced Security
Easy wireless security encryption at a push of the WPS button
Operating System
Supports Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Linux
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| Price | £8.32£8.32 | — no data | — no data | — no data | £35.00£35.00 |
| Interface | PCI Express | PCI Express | PCI Express | PCI Express | PCI Express |
| Maximum Wireless Speed | - no data | 300Mbps at 2.4GHz | 867Mbps at 5GHz, 300Mbps at 2.4GHz | 867Mbps at 5GHz, 400Mbps at 2.4GHz | 1300Mbps at 5GHz, 600Mbps at 2.4GHz |
| Port | 1 10/100/1000Mbps RJ45 port | - no data | - no data | - no data | - no data |
| 2X2 MIMO | - no data | 2X2 MIMO | 2X2 MIMO | 2X2 MIMO | 3X3 MIMO |
| Beamforming | - no data | - no data | ✓ | - no data | - no data |
| Bracket | High-Profile Bracket with Extra Low-Profile Bracket | High-Profile Bracket with Extra Low-Profile Bracket | High-Profile Bracket with Extra Low-Profile Bracket | High-Profile Bracket with Extra Low-Profile Bracket | High-Profile Bracket with Extra Low-Profile Bracket |
| Roaming Technology | - no data | ✓ | - no data | - no data | - no data |
| Wake On LAN | ✓ | - no data | - no data | - no data | - no data |
| System Requirements | Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Linux | Windows 10/8.1/8/7 & Linux | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP (32/64bit) | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP (32/64bit) | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP (32/64bit) |
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| ASIN | B006BSPTAQ |
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| Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
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| Date First Available | 1 Jan. 2010 |
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Customers find the WiFi adapter works well and is easy to install, particularly noting flawless installation in Windows 7 x64. The product receives positive feedback for its value, with customers considering it not bad for the price. Speed and connectivity experiences are mixed - while some report high upload and download rates and reliable connections, others experience slow speeds and constant disconnections. Compatibility is also mixed, with the adapter working flawlessly with Linux but not with Windows. The signal strength receives mixed reviews, with some praising solid 5GHz performance while others report weak signals.
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Customers are pleased with the WiFi adapter's functionality, reporting that it works straight away and performs well with AC1300 speeds.
"Works well even with it being in the furthest room from the hub. Would I recommend this, yes I would." Read more
"Easy to set up, reliable, works well...." Read more
"arrived quickly, works perfectly...." Read more
"...Fits into the case perfectly. no hassle. Works perfectly!" Read more
Customers find the WiFi adapter to be of good quality.
"Great product but downloaded drivers are a bit iffy...." Read more
"Good product, faster and more reliable than my power line. Slight lag spikes when gaming in certain games but great for anything else." Read more
"...Cheap and does the job...." Read more
"...Pros: -Easy to install -Fast and cheap -Good Documentation Cons: -Very Rare but sometimes I experience dropouts." Read more
Customers find the WiFi adapter simple to install, with flawless setup in Windows 7 x64, and one customer noting it installs similarly to other PCIe cards.
"Very pleased so far... easy to install. Downloading the driver from TP-link is essential for windows 11 at least...." Read more
"Easy to install and worked well with Linux mint pc even in a PCI ex16 slot" Read more
"...It’s very easy to install fits most PCI express ports on most PCs, my PC is over 8 years I installed this card without any issues...." Read more
"Very easy to install and good performance." Read more
Customers find the WiFi adapter offers good value for money, describing it as a budget-friendly option.
"...to an existing computer, it was on sale at the time and was a great price. However, I was not expecting it to perform so well!..." Read more
"Great price when compared to similar products. I have been using it for around 3 months and have had no problems at all...." Read more
"...Adjustable antenna can make quite a large difference at time Great value Cons:..." Read more
"Installed ok, Windows 10 found it automatically - works perfectly. Good value." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the WiFi adapter's speed, with some reporting fantastic performance and high upload and download rates, while others find it too slow.
"...Other than that the ecard has been fast and reliable." Read more
"...Pros: -Easy to install -Fast and cheap -Good Documentation Cons: -Very Rare but sometimes I experience dropouts." Read more
"...driver it connected at 2.4GHz and the download speed was very, very, slow...." Read more
"...It connects well to my wifi with good stability and speed. It is used on a home-build PC that is around 5 years old." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the WiFi adapter's connectivity, with some reporting good connection and never dropping out, while others mention it constantly disconnects.
"Works a treat shame not dual band but a solid connection so far for my shed based bitcoin miner" Read more
"...and even with the wifi signal remaining strong the internet keeps dropping out...." Read more
"...the only option I found and I have to say its just amazing, rock solid connection even from 2 rooms away and through very thick walls...." Read more
"...work 1 time out of 5, but never for more than a few minutes, then disconnect and require a pc restart...." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the WiFi adapter's compatibility: while some report it works flawlessly with Linux and Windows 10, others mention it doesn't work with Windows and requires proper driver installation.
"...I also appreciate the strong signal strength and stable connection even with multiple devices on the network...." Read more
"Does not work with Windows ten" Read more
"The T6E AC1300 works fine with windows 10 drivers downloaded from the manufacturer...." Read more
"Doesn't seem to work with Windows 7 64 bit. Tried all the drivers on the CD and the TP site and nothing...." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the WiFi adapter's signal strength, with some reporting solid 5GHz performance in lofts and good reception from floors below, while others mention weak connections and occasional signal loss.
"...Very reliable and good signal. Not perfect, as we all know the benefits and the bad parts of using a Wi-Fi, but the card itself is very good...." Read more
"...one that had an extension with a remote antenna because the signal is quite poor when the antennas are buried round the back of the PC (under a desk)." Read more
"...Since then it has worked fine, great signal though router is in my downstairs front room window and the PC is only in the room above...." Read more
"...that it will work at all ranges or anything, but it's giving me strong signal through a partition wall in my flat and I can game and stream video..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 August 2025Style Name: AX1800 Wi-Fi 6+Bluetooth 5.2Verified PurchaseWorks great and as it should. Fast internet overall. It depends how much maximum speed you have so it captures almost 100% of what it should within 5-10meters distance from the router. Installation is fairly easy. Just follow the steps on the sheet and the disk provided.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 April 2023Style Name: AC1300 MbpsVerified PurchaseI am very pleased with the performance of this AC1300 (Archer T6E). It thrashed the speed of my previous wifi card.
There are two vital points to bear in mind before you start:
1. Go to TP-Link’s website and download the appropriate driver file. In my case for W10, the driver file was:
Archer T6E_V2_200508_Win10.zip.
You will need to download this file on another computer if the current one has no internet access. Then copy this file to a USB drive and copy it to the current computer. I recommend creating a folder called “TPL” on the Desktop and putting the file in there. Then right click on the file and click on “Extract All”.
2. The second point to bear in mind is that BOTH your antivirus and firewall must be temporarily disconnected otherwise the driver installation will fail!
If you use Kaspersky or similar, you need to disable it first and then go to Windows Defender and also disable that. This is because as soon as you disable Kasperky (or Norton or McAfee etc), Windows Defender will automatically replace the main security system.
I recommend searching for “TP-Link How to Manually Install Adapters on Windows 10” and follow the instructions.
Also search for “Turn off Defender antivirus protection in Windows Security”.
I installed the AC1300 and screwed on the 2 antennae and switched on the PC.
As per the above instructions, I browsed to:
“Archer T6E(EU)_V1&V2_200508_Win10” and clicked on “Update driver software”.
I rebooted the PC and then reactivated Kaspersky’s antivirus and firewall.
Finally, I entered the wifi code for my network and my internet was restored.
*****You may find that, contrary to the generally accepted wisdom of using the 2.4MHz frequency when you have thick walls and floors, that you actually achieve a higher speed using the 5MHz band.
Accepted wisdom:
“2.4 GHz networks cover a substantially larger range than 5 GHz wireless networks. 5 GHz networks do not penetrate solid objects such as walls and floors nearly as well as do 2.4 GHz signals”.
I switched from 2.4MHz to 5MHz and my second (wifi) PC, which is 2 floors below, went from 11Mbps to 46 Mbps, matching the speed of my first PC which is connected via ethernet cable! It’s worth a try.
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EDIT
No 5GHz signal on Linux? Then change a router setting.
I recently bought this dual-channel TP-Link AC1300 Wireless Dual Band PCI Express Wi-Fi Adapter for a desktop PC that sits two floors below my router.
The PC was originally using Windows 10 and the 5GHz signal was much stronger then the 2.4MHz one.
I then decided to replace W10 with Linux Mint 21.1 MATE. The Broadcom BCM4360 was recognised by Mint and the appropriate driver installed.
So far, so good.
I then found that only the much weaker 2.4MHz signal was available.
I used the excellent Wifi Analyzer (open-source) app on my mobile phone and this registered nothing for the 5GHz band. In contrast the 2.4GHz showed a strong signal.
I tried connecting to a “Hidden network” and creating a new network, all to no avail.
Finally after much research, I discovered that the Broadcom BCM4360 802.11ac Wireless Network Adapter [14e4:43a0] (rev 03) does not see 5GHz networks with a high channel number.
See confirmed bug #1574196 at Launchpad.
To rectify this, it is necessary to login to the router and change the channel for the 5GHz to a lower one.
In my ASUS router I went to Advanced Settings > Wireless > Wireless General > select 5GHz band.
Then clicked on Control Channel and reduced the figure from 140 maximum to say 36.
Clicked on Apply and logged out.
The Wifi Analyzer immediately picked up a very strong signal from the 5GHz.
All is now well using Linux.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 June 2025Style Name: WiFi 7 PCIe Adapter, BE9300Verified PurchaseThe TP-Link Archer TBE550E WiFi 7 card delivers impressive speed and reliable performance on my desktop. The WiFi 7 support really makes a difference with fast downloads and low latency, which is perfect for gaming and streaming in high quality.
Installation was mostly straightforward, and the card fits well in a standard PCIe slot. I also appreciate the strong signal strength and stable connection even with multiple devices on the network.
That said, the setup process could be improved—the driver installation wasn’t as seamless as I expected, and I had to manually update the drivers from the TP-Link website to get it working properly on my system. Also, the card runs a bit warm under heavy use, so good case ventilation is definitely recommended.
Overall, it’s a solid choice if you want to upgrade to WiFi 7, but be prepared to spend a little extra time on setup and cooling.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 August 2025Style Name: N300 MbpsVerified PurchaseWorked straight out of the box with no need to use the cd to install drivers, even on my dual boot system running windows 10 & Linux mint cinnamon.
- Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 October 2011Style Name: 150Mbps Wireless NVerified PurchaseThis is the second TP-Link product I've bought (the first being my wireless router), and I have to say, as a brand that was previously below my radar, they continue to impress.
The card itself is EXTREMELY easy to install. If you're the kind of person who buys expansion cards to begin with, you're the kind of person who will have no trouble opening the side panel of your tower and getting this tiny thing to fit.
It went into my Gigabyte 990FXA-UD5 motherboard with absolutely no problems and Win 7 installed the correct drivers/configured my settings without any need for my input. All I did was select my network and input my password. Super-easy.
The downside? Signal strength is relatively poor and rarely goes above 2/5 bars, but I believe that's due to my network topography (router is approx. 3 rooms and 1 floor away), not the hardware itself. I have suffered no signal dropout while browsing and my download speeds are unaffected. I don't use my home network to transfer files between machines, so I can't comment on that.
EDIT: I've now moved the router INTO THE SAME ROOM AS THE PC and the signal strength is only 3/5 bars. This is with a TP-link ADSL2+ router.
Unconvinced overall. Does the job it's supposed to.
Top reviews from other countries
KiwiReviewed in Australia on 17 February 20255.0 out of 5 stars Works very well
Style Name: AX1800 PCI-EVerified PurchaseWorks well om Windows 11.
Be sure to install both the Bluetooth (BT) and WiFi drivers.
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なかたかReviewed in Japan on 22 July 20255.0 out of 5 stars 良い商品です。
Style Name: AX1800 PCI-EVerified Purchaseとても良い商品です。高速安定動作します。
BTも使用できるのが良いです。
ドライバーはHPから最新版をダウンロードした方が良いです。
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JPReviewed in Brazil on 19 November 20215.0 out of 5 stars Bom produto, funciona como deveria
Style Name: 150Mbps Wireless NVerified PurchaseProduto comprado diretamente da Amazon, não marketplace. O produto cumpre o que promete. A instalação é fácil, ele foi imediatamente reconhecido pelo Windows. A conexão é bem estável, apesar da velocidade não ser tão alta (cerca de 10 Mbps numa conexão de 60 Mbps), mas isso já era esperado (está instalado a uma distância razoável do roteador, com portas e paredes no caminho). Ótimo para ter alguma conexão de internet no PC e até pra ver alguns vídeos no youtube, mas não recomendo para jogos online.
theDoodReviewed in Australia on 22 August 20215.0 out of 5 stars did what its supposed to do!
Style Name: 150Mbps Wireless NVerified PurchaseCheap, quick and was here next day. The card did its job and an improvement over the USB wifi adaptor i had
RawaReviewed in Saudi Arabia on 15 August 20231.0 out of 5 stars Version 1.0
Style Name: AC1200 MbpsVerified PurchaseConnected to the WIFI but never gained internet access, tried everything, did not work.





